{"title":"Phono Cables","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhono cables connect a turntable's tonearm to a phono stage. This is the lowest-level signal in audio: a moving-coil cartridge can output well under a millivolt, so the cable's shielding and grounding decide whether you hear music or hum. A standard line-level interconnect rarely does the job, because it is built for a signal hundreds of times stronger. Get this connection right and a good cartridge resolves everything it is capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe phono cables here come from Viablue: the flagship \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s5-phono-cable\"\u003eNF-S5\u003c\/a\u003e and the more accessible \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-epc-2-phono-cable\"\u003eEPC-2\u003c\/a\u003e. Both use mixed silver-copper conductors, full-metal RCA housings, and a dedicated ground lead that ties the turntable to the phono stage grounding post. For more on the brand, see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viablue-phono-cables\"\u003eViablue phono cables\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"viablue-nf-s5-phono-cable","title":"VIABLUE NF-S5 Phono Cable","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVIABLUE™ NF-S5\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium tonearm cable designed specifically to preserve the integrity of delicate phono signals. Built around silver-plated OFC copper conductors, extensive shielding, and high-grade materials, it ensures low capacitance, ultra-quiet performance, and precise transmission. Whether you're upgrading a high-end turntable setup or building a new analog chain, the NF-S5 is engineered to reveal every detail with clarity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 silver-plated OFC conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64 strands each with 0.10 mm diameter, arranged for maximum signal integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyethylene insulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low electrostatic charge improves performance in high-frequency ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuadruple shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual layers of spiral and foil shield protect against EMI and preserve micro-details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrite filters and splitters:\u003c\/strong\u003e VIABLUE™ ferrite cores suppress EMI for optimal signal flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in Germany:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cable is handcrafted for exacting performance and lasting quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple variants for DIN, XLR, and RCA terminations with dedicated grounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProgress \/ Development\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVIABLUE™ NF-S5\u003c\/strong\u003e was purpose-built for phono applications where signal strength is minimal and shielding is mission-critical. With five silver-plated copper conductors arranged around a polypropylene filler, the cable achieves a symmetrical structure that minimizes capacitance and maximizes resolution. A combination of ALU-PET foil and tinned copper spiral shield ensures full EMI protection right up to the plug connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFlexible Connection Options\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe NF-S5 offers a range of professional-grade configurations to suit nearly any analog rig. All options include grounding and are terminated with VIABLUE™ T8 connectors in precision-machined aluminum housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-pin DIN to T8 RCA with ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90° 5-pin DIN to T8 RCA with ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-pin DIN to T8 XLR with ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90° 5-pin DIN to T8 XLR with ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT8 RCA to T8 RCA with ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong\u003eVIABLUE™ NF-S5\u003c\/strong\u003e cable is handcrafted in Germany to ensure consistent quality and technical excellence. From silver-plated OFC strands to precision-machined ferrite filters and splitters, every detail is engineered to meet the expectations of analog purists. Final assembly is conducted by hand for exacting performance and ultra-reliable shielding continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VIABLUE Made In Germany image showing german flag over the outline of germany\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-made-in-germany-cables-en_jpg.webp?v=1751650002\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhere the NF-S5 Sits in the VIABLUE Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe NF-S5 is VIABLUE's step-up tonearm cable, built around the same T8 connector platform and silver-plated OFC philosophy as the more accessible \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-epc-2-phono-cable\"\u003eVIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable\u003c\/a\u003e. The NF-S5 layers on heavier shielding, a thicker conductor bundle, and ferrite filtering in the splitter for systems where the last few percent of resolution and noise floor audibly matters. If you are upgrading from a stock turntable cable and want the VIABLUE connector and conductor design at a more accessible price, the EPC-2 is the right starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Listening Room is a third-generation, family-owned HiFi shop built on trust, knowledge, and unmatched service. Owner Mike Hoatson is personally involved in nearly every sale, offering expert guidance and genuine care. Whether you're building a reference analog setup or upgrading a single cable, we help you find exactly what your system needs—without the guesswork. It's not just about selling gear, it's about helping you love what you hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top: 1px solid #ddd; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 mm (AWG 20)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver-plated OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuadruple: spiral tinned shield + ALU-PET foil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductor: 50 pF\/m | Shield: 100 pF\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurn-In Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 22 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVIABLUE™ Ferrite Filter 11, NF-S5 Splitter, T8 Connectors, Cable Sleeves (Medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"VIABLUE NF-S5 Phono Cable Cross  section\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/VIABLUE-cable-cross-section-wt-NF-S5-1024x433.jpg?v=1753120607\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"VIABLUE","offers":[{"title":"RCA to RCA w\/ground \/ 1m (3.3ft)","offer_id":42153410297952,"sku":"VBNFS5PCRCA2RCAG1M-13743","price":899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"RCA to RCA w\/ground \/ 1.5m (5ft)","offer_id":42153410429024,"sku":"VBNFS5PCRCA2RCAG1.5M-13747","price":1049.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"RCA to RCA w\/ground \/ 2m (6.6ft)","offer_id":42153410560096,"sku":"VBNFS5PCRCA2RCAG2M-13749","price":1199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 pin DIN To RCA w\/ground \/ 1m (3.3ft)","offer_id":42153363931232,"sku":"VBNFS5PC5PD2RCAG1M-13704","price":999.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 pin DIN To RCA w\/ground \/ 1.5m 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(5ft)","offer_id":42755921870944,"sku":"VBNFS5PC90DN5PD2XLRG1.5M-13786","price":1199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90 Degree 5-pin DIN DOWN to XLR w\/ground \/ 2m (6.6ft)","offer_id":42755921903712,"sku":"VBNFS5PC90DN5PD2XLRG2M-13788","price":1399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/ViablueNF-S5PhonoCable5-pinDINtoT8RCAwithground.jpg?v=1753121092"},{"product_id":"viablue-epc-2-phono-cable","title":"VIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVIABLUE™ EPC-2 Phono\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precision phono interconnect engineered to carry the lowest-level signal in your hi-fi system without coloration. Silver-plated OFC conductors paired with continuous shielding from plug to plug deliver clean, low-noise signal transfer. VIABLUE's patented T8 aluminum connectors finish the cable with mechanically locked terminations. Hand-assembled in Germany, available in seven termination configurations across single-ended and balanced phono setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver-plated OFC conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered oxygen-free copper strands optimized for the microvolt-level signal coming off a moving-coil or moving-magnet cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous full-length shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shielding runs unbroken from connector body to connector body, so RFI and EMI cannot leak in at the most vulnerable points of the signal chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented T8 connectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-machined aluminum housings with gold-plated contacts. Same connector family used across VIABLUE's premium reference cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Pin DIN SME tonearm options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight, 90° up, and 90° down DIN terminations to fit the physical layout of nearly any modern tonearm with the SME-standard 5-pin connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-ended and balanced phono support:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA terminations for standard phono inputs, plus XLR options for balanced phono preamps that benefit from common-mode noise rejection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated ground spades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate ground wire with spade-lug terminations for clean chassis grounding between turntable and phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished Cobra braided sleeve:\u003c\/strong\u003e VIABLUE's signature multi-tone woven jacket as standard. Custom sleeve colors available on request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Germany:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every cable assembled by hand in VIABLUE's Malsch facility. Quality control on every connector solder joint and shield termination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" alt=\"VIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable RCA termination with Cobra braided sleeve\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-epc-2-phono-rca-cobra-inline.jpg?v=1778598134\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBuilt for the Phono Signal Specifically\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA phono cable's job is harder than a line-level interconnect. The signal leaving a moving-coil cartridge can be 1000 times smaller than a line-level signal, so any noise picked up between cartridge and preamp gets amplified along with the music. The EPC-2 Phono is shielded continuously from one connector to the other, which closes the gap where most phono cables leak noise: at the plug body itself. Silver-plated OFC strands carry the signal, polyethylene insulation keeps capacitance low across the frequency range, and the connector housings are solid aluminum rather than plated plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eT8 Connector System\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe T8 connector is VIABLUE's patented termination platform, used across their reference cable lines. Each T8 housing is machined from solid aluminum, with gold-plated contacts and color-coded channel-marker rings (red and black or red and white) for quick orientation in a busy rack. The RCA and DIN versions thread onto the cable jacket for a mechanically locked union, so the connection between cable and plug is not relying on solder strain alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" alt=\"VIABLUE T8 RCA connectors detail\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-epc-2-phono-t8-rca-inline.jpg?v=1778598138\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDIN-SME Tonearm Configurations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMost premium tonearms (Rega, SME, Linn, Origin Live, and many others) exit through a 5-pin DIN connector at the base of the arm. The EPC-2 Phono ships in three DIN-SME orientations to fit physical layouts where a straight plug would foul the plinth or arm board:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight DIN SME:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cable exits directly back from the tonearm base. Standard for most turntables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90° DIN SME up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cable bends upward at the DIN connector. Useful when the cable needs to clear plinth obstructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90° DIN SME down:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cable bends downward at the DIN connector. Used when routing the cable beneath the plinth or through a cutout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" alt=\"VIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable with 5-pin DIN SME tonearm connector\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-epc-2-phono-din-sme-rca-cobra-inline.jpg?v=1778598136\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRCA and XLR Output Options\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFrom the tonearm side, the EPC-2 Phono terminates in your choice of T8 RCA (standard single-ended phono input) or T8 XLR (balanced phono input). XLR phono inputs are increasingly common at the higher tier of phono preamps because the balanced topology rejects common-mode noise picked up along the cable run, which is exactly the kind of noise a phono signal cannot tolerate. If your phono preamp has XLR inputs, the XLR EPC-2 is the way to take advantage of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" alt=\"VIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable with DIN SME to T8 XLR balanced termination\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-epc-2-phono-din-sme-xlr-cobra-inline.jpg?v=1778598137\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShielding and Cable Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe cable cross-section shows VIABLUE's layered approach: silver-plated OFC signal conductors centered, polyethylene dielectric for low capacitance, then multiple shielding layers (spiral and foil) bonded under the outer braided jacket. The shield is continuous from one connector to the other, terminated to the connector body so there is no break in the Faraday cage around the signal conductors. Outer braid is woven nylon for durability and a low-microphonic feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" alt=\"VIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Cable cross-section showing shielding and conductor layers\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-epc-2-phono-cable-cross-section-inline.jpg?v=1778598140\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCobra Braided Sleeve (Custom Colors Available)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEvery EPC-2 Phono ships in VIABLUE's signature \u003cstrong\u003eCobra\u003c\/strong\u003e woven jacket, a multi-tone braid that catches light and announces itself in a rack. Cobra is the standard finish we stock. If you want a different sleeve color (Black, Blue, Race, Stone, Flag, and other VIABLUE options), add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-cables-custom-colors-add-on\"\u003eVIABLUE Cable Colors Add-On\u003c\/a\u003e to your order and we will route your build through VIABLUE's custom-color program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHand-Built in Germany\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEvery EPC-2 Phono is assembled by hand at VIABLUE's facility in Malsch, Germany. The terminations are soldered, the shield is bonded to the connector body, the strain relief is set, and the cable is bench-tested before it ships. Custom lengths and configurations (the ones not currently stocked in the US) are built to order in approximately 5 to 6 weeks total: 10 to 12 business days of bench assembly in Germany plus shipping to the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"VIABLUE Made In Germany badge\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:1000px;height:auto;border-radius:12px;margin:16px 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/viablue-made-in-germany-cables-en_jpg.webp?v=1751650002\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhere the EPC-2 Sits in the VIABLUE Lineup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe EPC-2 Phono is the accessible entry point into VIABLUE's tonearm-cable program. If you want the same T8 connector system with heavier shielding, a thicker conductor bundle, ferrite filters in the splitter, and the company's full quadruple-shielding specification, step up to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/viablue-nf-s5-phono-cable\"\u003eVIABLUE NF-S5 Phono Cable\u003c\/a\u003e. The EPC-2 is the right call if you are upgrading from the stock cable that came with your turntable or tonearm; the NF-S5 is the right call if you are at the level of system where every detail audibly matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWe're a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on exceptional service and relentless passion for hifi. Whether you're visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don't just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVIABLUE EPC-2 Phono Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f3f3f3; border-top: 1px solid #ddd; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%; padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:66%; padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eSilver-plated OFC (oxygen-free copper) strands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eContinuous shielding from connector to connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eVIABLUE T8 (patented), solid machined aluminum, gold-plated contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTermination Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eRCA \/ RCA, 5-Pin DIN SME \/ RCA (straight, 90° up, 90° down), 5-Pin DIN SME \/ XLR (straight, 90° up, 90° down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e1 m, 1.5 m, 2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;\"\u003eCobra (silver, gold, and black woven braid). 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